2005 Smart Coupe vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Smart | Vauxhall |
| Model | Coupe | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1278 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2620 mm |
